What genre is The Thin Red Line?

The Thin Red Line is categorised as Drama, History, War.

Who stars in The Thin Red Line?

Dash Mihok, Jim Caviezel, Miranda Otto, John Cusack, Tim Blake Nelson appear in the main cast.

Who directed The Thin Red Line?

Terrence Malick directed The Thin Red Line.

How long is The Thin Red Line?

The Thin Red Line runs for 2h 51m (171 minutes).

Is The Thin Red Line worth watching?

It holds an audience score of 7.4/10. Check the similar titles below if you want alternatives in the same style.

Where can I watch The Thin Red Line?

Availability changes by country and over time. Use the "Where to watch" links on this page to see which legal streaming, rental or purchase services currently offer it.

The Thin Red Line (1998)

Name: The Thin Red Line
Genre: Drama, History, War
Released: 1998
Duration: 171 min
Cast: Dash Mihok, Jim Caviezel, Miranda Otto, John Cusack, Tim Blake Nelson

Movie 2h 51m ★ 7.4/10

Good for tonight if you want to: i want to feel something, teach me something

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Released in 1998, The Thin Red Line is a drama, history and war movie. It is directed by Terrence Malick. The cast includes Dash Mihok, Jim Caviezel and Miranda Otto. The running time is 2h 51m. Audiences give it a strong score of 7.4 out of 10.

Synopsis

The story of a group of men, an Army Rifle company called C-for-Charlie, who change, suffer, and ultimately make essential discoveries about themselves during the fierce World War II battle of Guadalcanal. It follows their journey, from the surprise of an unopposed landing, through the bloody and exhausting battles that follow, to the ultimate departure of those who survived.

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Questions about The Thin Red Line

What genre is The Thin Red Line?: The Thin Red Line is categorised as Drama, History, War.
Who stars in The Thin Red Line?: Dash Mihok, Jim Caviezel, Miranda Otto, John Cusack, Tim Blake Nelson appear in the main cast.
Who directed The Thin Red Line?: Terrence Malick directed The Thin Red Line.
How long is The Thin Red Line?: The Thin Red Line runs for 2h 51m (171 minutes).
Is The Thin Red Line worth watching?: It holds an audience score of 7.4/10. Check the similar titles below if you want alternatives in the same style.
Where can I watch The Thin Red Line?: Availability changes by country and over time. Use the "Where to watch" links on this page to see which legal streaming, rental or purchase services currently offer it.

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